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The Different Types of Arbitration Awards
This is the third in an ongoing series of articles that will provide franchise attorneys with practical advice about arbitration.
Arbitration can be a quick, efficient and informal means to resolve disputes. Plus, parties can adapt arbitration to their needs. They even can decide the type of arbitration award they want. The only requirement is that an arbitration award must be in writing. See, e.g., Uniform Arbitration Act '8(a) (“The award shall be in writing and signed by the arbitrators joining in the award.”); 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. Ann. '7310 (“The award of the arbitrators shall be in writing and signed by the arbitrators joining in the award.”). Recognizing that old-fashioned “writings” are being used less and less, the revised Uniform Arbitration Act states that: “An arbitrator shall make a record of an award. The record must be signed or otherwise authenticated by any arbitrator who concurs with the award.” (The revised Uniform Arbitration Act has been enacted in almost 20 states.)
Bankruptcy Sales: Finding a Diamond In the Rough
There is no efficient market for the sale of bankruptcy assets. Inefficient markets yield a transactional drag, potentially dampening the ability of debtors and trustees to maximize value for creditors. This article identifies ways in which investors may more easily discover bankruptcy asset sales.
Coverage Issues Stemming from Dry Cleaner Contamination Suits
In recent years, there has been a growing number of dry cleaners claiming to be "organic," "green," or "eco-friendly." While that may be true with respect to some, many dry cleaners continue to use a cleaning method involving the use of a solvent called perchloroethylene, commonly known as perc. And, there seems to be an increasing number of lawsuits stemming from environmental problems associated with historic dry cleaning operations utilizing this chemical.
Removing Restrictive Covenants In New York
In Rockwell v. Despart, the New York Supreme Court, Third Department, recently revisited a recurring question: When may a landowner seek judicial removal of a covenant restricting use of her land?
Blockchain Domains: New Developments for Brand Owners
Blockchain domain names offer decentralized alternatives to traditional DNS-based domain names, promising enhanced security, privacy and censorship resistance. However, these benefits come with significant challenges, particularly for brand owners seeking to protect their trademarks in these new digital spaces.
Major Differences In UK, U.S. Copyright Laws
This article highlights how copyright law in the United Kingdom differs from U.S. copyright law, and points out differences that may be crucial to entertainment and media businesses familiar with U.S law that are interested in operating in the United Kingdom or under UK law. The article also briefly addresses contrasts in UK and U.S. trademark law.